Mechanical Product Design Engineer I

Daimler Truck North America; Gaffney (SC); On-site; USD 71,000 - 91,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual bonus program

401k with company match

Paid vacation

Holidays

Parental leave

Healthcare plans

Onsite fitness

Tuition assistance

Disability plans

Job summary

Daimler Truck North America is seeking a Powertrain Engineering entry-level professional to contribute to ICE powertrain development for heavy-duty vehicles. You will engage in design, analysis, and collaboration across teams to meet specifications and cost goals.

The role emphasizes CAE usage, reliability, and hands-on engineering through prototype testing and collaboration with manufacturing teams.

Qualifications

• Requires a BSME or BSMET degree.
• 0–2 years of relevant experience.

Responsibilities

• Use CAE (FEA) and MBS to solve vehicle design problems.
• Design and develop mechanical products, components, or systems.
• Collaborate with marketing and industrial design to meet specs and cost targets.
• Support prototype testing and manufacturing processes.

Skills

Oral and written communication

3D design experience

Automotive passion

Hands-on engineering

Technical writing experience

Education

BSME or BSMET degree

Tools

FEA software

MBS software

Job description

Inside the Role

Powertrain Engineering team is responsible for the development, design, and integration of ICE powertrains into industry-leading heavy-duty specialty vehicles. Powertrain includes, but is not limited to, gas and diesel engines, transmissions, cooling packages, exhaust systems, and aftertreatment systems. The Powertrain Engineering team contributes to on-highway vehicle chassis models produced by Daimler Truck Specialty Vehicles for applications including trucks, buses, RVs, and motor coaches.

Inside the Role

Powertrain Engineering team is responsible for the development, design, and integration of ICE powertrains into industry-leading heavy-duty specialty vehicles. Powertrain includes, but is not limited to, gas and diesel engines, transmissions, cooling packages, exhaust systems, and aftertreatment systems. The Powertrain Engineering team contributes to on-highway vehicle chassis models produced by Daimler Truck Specialty Vehicles for applications including trucks, buses, RVs, and motor coaches.

Posting Information

We provide a scheduled posting end date to assist our candidates with their application planning. While this date reflects our latest plans, it is subject to change, and postings may be extended or removed earlier than expected.

We Take Care of Our Team

Position offers a starting salary range of $71,000 - $91,000 USD

Pay offered dependent on knowledge, skills, andexperience. Benefits include annual bonus program; 401kcompany contribution with company match up to6% as well as non-elective company contribution of3 - 7% depending on age;starting at 4 weeks paidvacation; 13+ calendar holidays; 8 weeks paidparental leave; employee assistance program;comprehensive healthcare plans and wellnessprograms; onsite fitness (at some locations); tuitionassistance and volunteer paid time off; short-termand long-term disability plans.

What You Drive At DTNA

• Uses computer-aided engineering (CAE) to solve complex vehicle design problems using finite element analysis (FEA) and multi-body simulation (MBS), and fatigue analysis
• Designs and develops mechanical products, components, or systems including applying mechanical engineering principles to develop products, components, and systems that involve movement
• May also be involved with designing product specific manufacturing production processes and equipment
• Collaborates with marketing and industrial design teams to develop products that meet technical/functional specifications as well as manufacturing cost/efficiency requirements
• Supports and participates in the design, test, modification, fabrication, and assembly of prototype mechanical products and assemblies

Knowledge You Should Bring

• Requires a BSME or BSMET degree
• Requires 0-2 years of relevant experienceRequires basic understanding of theories, practices, and procedures related to job field
• Works within standard practices and procedures to analyze information and problems
• Works within standardized procedures to meet objectives and deadlines

Exceptional Candidates Might Have

• Strong oral and written communication skills
• Working 3D design experience
• Passion for automotive
• Some hands on and practical application of engineering skills
• Experience in technical writing

Where We Work

This position is open to applicants who can work in (or relocate to) the following location(s)- Gaffney, SC US. Relocation assistance is not available for this position.

Schedule Type

Onsite

Additional Information

• This position is not open for Visa sponsorship or to existing Visa holders
• Applicants must be legally authorized to work permanently in the country the position is located in at the time of application
• Final candidate must successfully complete a criminal background check
• Final candidate may be required to successfully complete a pre-employment drug screen
• Contractors, professional services, or other contingent workers should confirm with their local agency if they are eligible to apply for FTE positions
• EEO - Disabled/Veterans

Daimler Truck North America is committed to workforce inclusion and providing an environment where equal employment opportunities are available to all applicants and employees without regard to race, color, sex (including pregnancy), religion, national origin, age, marital status, family relationship, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression (including transgender and transitioning status), genetic information, or veteran status.

For an accommodation or special assistance with applying for a posted position, please contact our Human Resources department at 503-745-8982 or toll free 800-206-3369. For TTY/TDD enabled call 503-745-2137 or toll free 866-355-6935.